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How to get from Kalymnos to Symi by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Kalymnos to Symi ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Kalymnos to Symi is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Kalymnos to Symi can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Kalymnos to Symi ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways. This way you can find the best price for a Kalymnos Symi ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Kalymnos to Symi simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Kalymnos to Symi Ferry Information

Port of departure
Kalymnos
Greece
Dodecanese
Port of arrival
Symi
Greece
Dodecanese
Distance
53 mi
Ferry Companies
Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways
Frequency of crossings
7 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
2 hrs. 10 min
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Ferry Kalymnos Symi: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Kalymnos to Symi, you'll find tickets ranging from $19 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $206 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Kalymnos-Symi route is $85. The average ferry crossing time from Kalymnos to Symi is 3 hrs. 35 min. The slowest ferries will take 6 hrs. 45 min to reach Symi, while the fastest boats will reach Symi in 2 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Kalymnos at 01:20. The last ferry to Symi leaves Kalymnos at 15:35.

Average price of a Kalymnos Symi ferry crossing
$85
Price range for Kalymnos Symi ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$19 - $206
Average crossing time Kalymnos Symi
3 hrs. 35 min
Departure time of first ferry to Symi
01:20
Departure time of last ferry to Symi
15:35
Arrival time first ferry to Symi
05:25
Arrival time of last ferry to Symi
17:35

Why take a ferry from Kalymnos to Symi ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Kalymnos to Symi ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Symi. Here are 3 reasons why we think Kalymnos to Symi ferry is an ideal way to travel.

To get some sea air
It has been proven that sea air has many health benefits. During the Kalymnos-Symi crossing, access the outside of the Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways ship to take a breath of fresh air. A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your vacation in Symi full of energy.
Resting in a cabin
Even if the reservation of a cabin during the Kalymnos-Symi crossing is optional, it is an undeniable comfort to enjoy. Equipped with bunks, private bathrooms and sometimes even portholes or balconies, the cabins are just like real hotel rooms. Even on a day crossing, enjoying the privacy of a cabin is still possible and much more comfortable than sitting in a lounge.
Taking your time becomes a pleasure
Everything must always go fast in our society. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways ferry on the 53 mi between Kalymnos and Symi will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). You may even find your Kalymnos-Symi crossing a little too short!

Which companies operate between Kalymnos and Symi?

If you're looking to travel between Kalymnos and Symi by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Blue Star Ferries Kalymnos Symi
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Kalymnos-Symi route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad of islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Kalymnos-Symi fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Kalymnos and Symi. Blue Star Ferries operates 2 crossings a week to Symi from Kalymnos and the journey time is 3 hrs. 30 min. More information about Blue Star Ferries
3 hrs. 30 min
2 crossings a week
Dodekanisos Seaways Kalymnos Symi
Dodekanisos Seaways
Dodekanisos Seaways was founded in 1991 and is based in Rhodes, Greece. The company serves the islands of the Aegean Sea and the ports of the Ionian Sea. On Vivanoda, you can compare Kalymnos-Symi fares and book a Dodekanisos Seaways ticket between Kalymnos and Symi. Dodekanisos Seaways operates 5 crossings a week to Symi from Kalymnos and the journey time is 2 hrs. 10 min. More information about Dodekanisos Seaways
2 hrs. 10 min
5 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Kalymnos? Where do the boats arrive in Symi?

Port of departure in Kalymnos

Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways ferries depart for Symi from the following ports in Kalymnos:

Kalymnos
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Port of arrival in Symi

Dodekanisos Seaways or Blue Star Ferries ships arrive in Symi from the following ports:

Symi (Simi)
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Kalymnos to Symi, it will take you at least 2 hrs. 10 min to cover the 53 mi between Kalymnos and Symi.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Kalymnos and Symi in winter) and the ferry company (Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways). There are currently 7 crossings a week between Kalymnos and Symi.

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Kalymnos and Symi: Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways.

During your crossing between Kalymnos and Symi, you will travel 53 mi.

To go by boat from Kalymnos to Symi, you can find prices ranging from $19 for the lowest, to $206 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $85.

The first ferry leaves Kalymnos at 01:20 for Symi.

The last ferry to Symi from Kalymnos usually departs at 15:35.

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